Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay updated on key developments across Nigeria, including a fresh petrol price hike, Tinubu’s decision on the FCT Treasury Single Account, a tragic clash in Edo, and ongoing political tensions in Rivers State.
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1. Petrol price surges to N935 per litre in Lagos
Petrol marketers in Lagos have increased pump prices to between N925 and N935 per litre due to higher landing costs, Dangote Refinery halting naira sales, and delays in finalizing the naira-for-crude policy.
2. Tinubu explains why FCT was removed from TSA
President Bola Tinubu revealed he consulted with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike before removing the FCT administration from the Treasury Single Account (TSA). He praised Wike’s innovations in managing the territory.
3. Sultan urges Nigerians to avoid insults when criticizing leaders
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has advised Nigerians to express grievances with leaders respectfully. He emphasized the importance of speaking truth to power without resorting to abuse.
4. Defence chief vows justice for 16 hunters killed in Edo
Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa has condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, assuring that the culprits will be caught. Governor Monday Okpehbolo has reached out to the victims’ families and northern governors.
5. Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju dies after collapsing in Ghana match
Former light-heavyweight champion Segun Olanrewaju collapsed during a bout in Ghana and later died. The incident occurred at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League in Bukom.
6. Wike hasn’t told Fubara why he is angry – aide
Governor Fubara’s aide, Jerry Omotsegunwa, claims that his boss still doesn’t know why his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, is at odds with him. He stated that Wike has not communicated the reason behind their political rift.
7. Three Nigerians face 60 years in US prison for $4.5m fraud
Olumide Olorunfunmi, Samson Amos, and Emmanuel Unuigbe face up to 60 years in prison in the US over alleged money laundering. Prosecutors say they conspired to defraud 125 victims of $4.5 million.
8. Delta police launch probe into death of rising artist Paul Obukohwo
Delta State Police Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda has ordered an investigation into the death of 24-year-old upcoming artist Paul Obukohwo. Authorities have invited his family to initiate the inquiry.
9. PDP accuses Rivers administrator of dismantling Fubara’s structures
Rivers PDP Chairman Nname Ewor claims that Vice Admiral Ibom Ibas, the state’s sole administrator, is dismantling all governance structures set up by suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
10. Deaf pedestrian killed as two mini-buses collide in Lagos
A deaf pedestrian lost his life after two Suzuki mini-commercial buses collided in Lagos. LASTMA confirmed the accident, urging motorists to exercise caution on the roads.
